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Get in the know - March 27, 2024

Registration is now Open!

 South County EDC Economic Summit 2024

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When:  Friday, April 26th at Balboa Park Club
Address: 2144 Pan American W Rd, San Diego, CA 92101 
     

Join us on April 26th, 2024, at the Balboa Park Club for a transformative experience at the South County Economic Development Council's Annual Economic Summit.  This year, we celebrate the remarkable renaissance of South County, showcasing the unprecedented investment pouring into our region.  As the epicenter of growth and opportunity, South County is poised to emerge as a regional leader.  

Engage in crucial conversations, explore avenues for maximizing potential, and be part of shaping the future.  Don't miss this chance to play a pivotal role in the dynamic evolution of South County's  economic landscape.  

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San Diego gets first electric tug boat in US

The Port of San Diego on Monday unveiled the first electric tugboat in the United States.

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Recycling Works

Learn where your recyclables go and why it matters. For more information on this topic, please visit the County of San Diego to access the Recycling Works newsletter

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Developers flock to the South Bay to join Gaylord Pacific on Chula Vista's Bayfront

The 1,600-room resort hotel and convention center is slated to open in the summer of 2025. In the meantime, developers are riding its coattails of success. The Pacifica Companies are set to break ground on their ambitious Amara Bay development one block away from Gaylord Pacific. The 35-acre project will include a 250-room hotel, seven towers with 1,500 condominiums, and 400,000 square feet of commercial and office space.

Visit NBC San Diego News by clicking button below. 

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Funding For South Bay Sewage Solutions

The new budget deal in Congress includes $156 million to fix the rundown International Wastewater Treatment Plant. That's the facility on our side of the border that takes the sewage coming from Tijuana and cleans it up before it goes into the river valley and ocean. 

Please visit ABC10 News for more information by clicking the button below.

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Attention: South County Manufacturers!
The South County EDC Offers a No Cost Assistance Program.

The South County Economic Development Council (SCEDC) is offering valuable assistance to local manufacturers by providing access to various resources at no cost.  
 
* Wage Subsidies
* Workforce Development Programs
* Operational Assistance
and more.
 


South County EDC is a non-profit business organization that partners with California Manufacturing Technology Consulting (CMTC)  to offer support to the manufacturing companies in 

South  San Diego County.   

Young Entrepreneurs Update 

Our students at the Young Entrepreneur Academy, hosted by the South County Economic Development Council (SCEDC), are actively learning how to start their own businesses and are eager to make a difference. 

Currently they are currently on spring break, taking a well-deserved rest before continuing their entrepreneurial journey. 

If you are interested in sponsoring please reach out to us at alejandra@SouthCountyEDC.com

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Featured Sponsorship Opportunity               

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Storm Recovery & Resources

The South County Economic Development Council (SCEDC) has curated a comprehensive list of local resources aimed at providing support and assistance in the aftermath of the recent storm disaster. 

We encourage you to explore the invaluable resources below to access the aid and guidance you may need during this challenging time.

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at www.SCEDC@SouthCountyEDC.com

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RESOURCES & TOOLS FOR NONPROFITS

The South County EDC has launched a Resources and Tools for helping NonProfits get various funding and other resources.

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SCEDC Business   Assistance  

The South County EDC's Business Outreach team extends the invitation to its board of directors and members to volunteer in our canvassing efforts.  This is a great opportunity to learn more on how we assist our South County business community.

 To sign up please send an email  SCEDC@southcountyedc.com.

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SCEDC Business
Recovery Loan

SCEDc is now offering $10,000 recovery loan

Do you have a Small Business in need of a loan?
 Are you looking to acquire new equipment or
adding employees?

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SUMMIT COMMITTEE
MEETING 

March 27th, 2PM - 3PM 

lOAN AND fINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING

March 28th, 2:30PM - 3PM

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE  mEETING 

March 28th, 3PM - 4PM

CONTACT US

To sponsor or inquire about how to get involved with the South County EDC just fill out the form below and we will get back to you as soon as possible. 

You can also contact Jim O’Callaghan at 619.424.5143 or email  jim@southcountyedc.com

SCEDC Contact info

710 E. 16th St 

#472  

National City , CA 91951

P: (619) 424-5143

Email:  SCEDC@SouthCountyEDC.com